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Lighthouses for Kids: History, Science, and Lore with 21 Activities

Age 9-12
Grade 4-7

Katherine L. House

Lighthouses for Kids: History, Science, and Lore with 21 Activities

Paperback (Chicago Review Press March 1, 2008) , Illustrated Edition
Bringing to life an era when rivers, lakes, and oceans were the nation’s highways and lighthouses served as traffic signals and maps, this comprehensive reference provides children with an in-depth history of lighthouses and firsthand stories of the challenges faced by lighthouse keepers. Filled with engaging activities such as learning how to tie a bowline knot and building a model lighthouse, this unique book also includes a field guide to U.S. lighthouses, places to visit, a time line, glossary, websites to explore, and a reading list for further study.
Series
For Kids series
ISBN
1556527209 / 9781556527203
Pages
128
Weight
11.0 oz.
Dimensions
11.0 x 0.27 in.

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